Software Development Associate
AllianceBernstein
About the Role
The Technology & Operations Program (TOP) is a two-year rotational program for recent graduates focused on developing future leaders. Associates will experience four challenging six-month rotations within a specific track, in this case, Software Development, before joining a permanent team. This program offers exposure to various areas of the business and the firm, supported by formalized training and mentorship.
Software development teams support investment and financial platforms across equities, fixed income, sales, trading, multi-asset solutions, private client, research, corporate finance, and data management. Associates will work within different software development teams, implementing functional and technical specifications, and learning the functional and technical aspects of applications, including the languages and frameworks used. All rotations involve hands-on learning, with support from team members, project managers, and formal technology training. Associates will learn and apply a broad range of technical skills.
Examples Of Software Development Rotations
- Developing an analytics and pricing engine for mortgage-backed securities
- Implementing new quantitative models and enhancement of the portfolio management process
- Developing a system to identify trading opportunities based on new strategies
- Building a bond recommendation engine
- Automating trade processes to reduce risk and maximize efficiency
Key Responsibilities
- Implement functional and technical specifications provided by business analysts and development managers.
- Learn the functional and technical aspects of applications.
- Learn and apply a broad range of technical skills and programming languages.
- Engage in hands-on learning supported by team members, project managers, and formal technology training.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree candidates in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields graduating in December 2026 or May/June 2027.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident able to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
- Demonstrated programming experience.
- Exceptional analytical, creative, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced, team environment.
- Interest in leveraging AI and emerging technologies to enhance software development, automate workflows, and solve complex business challenges.
About AB
AllianceBernstein is a leading global investment management firm providing research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients worldwide. With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries, AB aims to be the most trusted investment firm globally. The firm recognizes that its people are its competitive advantage and strives to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work and fosters intellectual curiosity and collaboration.